Knitting, Crocheting, Weaving, & Spinning Classes for All Skill Levels
Black Sheep is proud to offer a variety of classes in knitting, crocheting, spinning, and weaving from experts. It's a great way to learn something new or expand your skills. We offer classes that cater to fiber artists of all skill levels, so bring your friends and make it an exciting event.
When viewing our classes listings, please make note of the descriptions below regarding skill levels. We want to offer you the best possible learning experience based on your particular skill level.
Beginner – You are looking to learn basic skills through a private or introductory class. You can call us at 410-628-9276 to schedule beginning knitting, crocheting, weaving or spinning classes.
Advanced Beginner - You have already taken a private or introductory class or have basic skills, such as knowing how to knit and purl (for knitting classes) or chain and single crochet (for crochet classes).
Intermediate – You have the basic skills listed above and are familiar with increasing/decreasing and working in the round.
Advanced – These classes feature advanced techniques for students who have already completed several projects.
When viewing our classes listings, please make note of the descriptions below regarding skill levels. We want to offer you the best possible learning experience based on your particular skill level.
Beginner – You are looking to learn basic skills through a private or introductory class. You can call us at 410-628-9276 to schedule beginning knitting, crocheting, weaving or spinning classes.
Advanced Beginner - You have already taken a private or introductory class or have basic skills, such as knowing how to knit and purl (for knitting classes) or chain and single crochet (for crochet classes).
Intermediate – You have the basic skills listed above and are familiar with increasing/decreasing and working in the round.
Advanced – These classes feature advanced techniques for students who have already completed several projects.
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Classes/Events
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
- Jun 22, 2025 01:00 pm
- Jun 22, 2025 01:00 pm
BBlocks: Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner) - Jun 22, 2025 01:00 pm
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 40.00
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Cost: $ 40.00
Project Coach Sessions Knitting Only
- Jun 23, 2025 09:00 am
- Jun 23, 2025 09:00 am
Project Coach Sessions Knitting Only - Jun 23, 2025 09:00 am
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful!
Cost: $ 35.00
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful!
Cost: $ 35.00
Black Sheep After Hours
- Jun 24, 2025 06:00 pm
- Jun 24, 2025 06:00 pm
Black Sheep After Hours - Jun 24, 2025 06:00 pm
Join us from 6pm-8pm on these fun Tuesday evenings throughout the month. $15 non-refundable deposit which will be applied for store credit when you come. Bring in any projects you want to share, current, or finished. BYOB and snacks.
Cost: $ 15.00
Join us from 6pm-8pm on these fun Tuesday evenings throughout the month. $15 non-refundable deposit which will be applied for store credit when you come. Bring in any projects you want to share, current, or finished. BYOB and snacks.
Cost: $ 15.00
Basic Toe-Up Socks Using Magic Loop (Advanced Beginner)
- Jun 26, 2025 06:00 pm
- Jun 26, 2025 06:00 pm
Basic Toe-Up Socks Using Magic Loop (Advanced Beginner) - Jun 26, 2025 06:00 pm
Learn the technique of making a sock from the toe-up using the magic loop method (no double-pointed needles). In this 3-part class, we will be learning Judy's Magic Cast On for a seamless toe, an easy heel with no short rows or picked up stitches, and a stretchy bind off. We will be using a worsted weight wool to make the project go faster and to easily learn new techniques. You will be knitting a thicker sock that would be great to wear around the house or in boots. You will be able to take the techniques you learn to knit other socks out of more traditional sock-weight yarns.
Cost: $ 100.00
Learn the technique of making a sock from the toe-up using the magic loop method (no double-pointed needles). In this 3-part class, we will be learning Judy's Magic Cast On for a seamless toe, an easy heel with no short rows or picked up stitches, and a stretchy bind off. We will be using a worsted weight wool to make the project go faster and to easily learn new techniques. You will be knitting a thicker sock that would be great to wear around the house or in boots. You will be able to take the techniques you learn to knit other socks out of more traditional sock-weight yarns.
Cost: $ 100.00
Project Coach Sessions Knitting/Crochet
- Jun 27, 2025 09:00 am
- Jun 27, 2025 09:00 am
Project Coach Sessions Knitting/Crochet - Jun 27, 2025 09:00 am
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful! Please note: These Monday sessions are for knitting-related help only. Wednesday & Friday Coach Sessions offer both knitting and crochet assistance.
Cost: $ 35.00
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful! Please note: These Monday sessions are for knitting-related help only. Wednesday & Friday Coach Sessions offer both knitting and crochet assistance.
Cost: $ 35.00
Black Sheep Happy Hour
- Jun 27, 2025 05:00 pm
- Jun 27, 2025 05:00 pm
Black Sheep Happy Hour - Jun 27, 2025 05:00 pm
Relax, share some wine, snacks and conversation with fellow crafters. Check out the trunk show and meet Michele from Shelly Ann Yarns, see all her wonderful colorways and find out more about her dying process.
Cost: $ FREE
Relax, share some wine, snacks and conversation with fellow crafters. Check out the trunk show and meet Michele from Shelly Ann Yarns, see all her wonderful colorways and find out more about her dying process.
Cost: $ FREE
Learn How To Make Dorset Buttons
- Jun 28, 2025 09:00 am
- Jun 28, 2025 09:00 am
Learn How To Make Dorset Buttons - Jun 28, 2025 09:00 am
Join Michele Iwanicki, owner of Shelly Ann Yarns and learn the fun craft of creating Dorset buttons. Dorset buttons are a handcrafted button characterized by a disc or ring covered with yarn/thread. They originated in the English county of Dorset and are known for their soft, fabric-covered appearance. These buttons can be plain or decorated, and have been used in various applications, including clothing, jewelry, and crafts. All materials are included.
Cost: $ 55.00
Join Michele Iwanicki, owner of Shelly Ann Yarns and learn the fun craft of creating Dorset buttons. Dorset buttons are a handcrafted button characterized by a disc or ring covered with yarn/thread. They originated in the English county of Dorset and are known for their soft, fabric-covered appearance. These buttons can be plain or decorated, and have been used in various applications, including clothing, jewelry, and crafts. All materials are included.
Cost: $ 55.00
Project Coach Sessions Knitting Only
- Jun 30, 2025 09:00 am
- Jun 30, 2025 09:00 am
Project Coach Sessions Knitting Only - Jun 30, 2025 09:00 am
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful!
Cost: $ 35.00
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful!
Cost: $ 35.00
Intro to Rigid Heddle
- Jul 14, 2025 12:00 pm
- Jul 14, 2025 12:00 pm
Intro to Rigid Heddle - Jul 14, 2025 12:00 pm
This 2-part class will teach you the basics of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. This loom is a very basic, lightweight portable loom. Cost of the class includes use of the loom for the week.
Cost: $ 90.00
This 2-part class will teach you the basics of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. This loom is a very basic, lightweight portable loom. Cost of the class includes use of the loom for the week.
Cost: $ 90.00
Fix Your Mistakes/Learn to "Read" Your Knitting
- Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am
- Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am
Fix Your Mistakes/Learn to "Read" Your Knitting - Aug 02, 2025 10:00 am
Learn how to address common mistakes and how to ?read? your knitting. You will learn how to fix knit and purl stitches, twisted stitches, ripping versus fixing, fixing dropped cast on stitches, fixing ssk and k2tog stitches, how to count rows, life lines, fixing missing yarnovers, pulled stitches, and missing increases or decreases. You are welcome to bring your own mistakes to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
Learn how to address common mistakes and how to ?read? your knitting. You will learn how to fix knit and purl stitches, twisted stitches, ripping versus fixing, fixing dropped cast on stitches, fixing ssk and k2tog stitches, how to count rows, life lines, fixing missing yarnovers, pulled stitches, and missing increases or decreases. You are welcome to bring your own mistakes to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
Fix Your Mistakes/Learn to "Read" Your Knitting
- Oct 04, 2025 10:00 am
- Oct 04, 2025 10:00 am
Fix Your Mistakes/Learn to "Read" Your Knitting - Oct 04, 2025 10:00 am
Learn how to address common mistakes and how to ?read? your knitting. You will learn how to fix knit and purl stitches, twisted stitches, ripping versus fixing, fixing dropped cast on stitches, fixing ssk and k2tog stitches, how to count rows, life lines, fixing missing yarnovers, pulled stitches, and missing increases or decreases. You are welcome to bring your own mistakes to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
Learn how to address common mistakes and how to ?read? your knitting. You will learn how to fix knit and purl stitches, twisted stitches, ripping versus fixing, fixing dropped cast on stitches, fixing ssk and k2tog stitches, how to count rows, life lines, fixing missing yarnovers, pulled stitches, and missing increases or decreases. You are welcome to bring your own mistakes to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
Fix Your Mistakes/Learn to "Read" Your Knitting
- Dec 06, 2025 10:00 am
- Dec 06, 2025 10:00 am
Fix Your Mistakes/Learn to "Read" Your Knitting - Dec 06, 2025 10:00 am
Learn how to address common mistakes and how to ?read? your knitting. You will learn how to fix knit and purl stitches, twisted stitches, ripping versus fixing, fixing dropped cast on stitches, fixing ssk and k2tog stitches, how to count rows, life lines, fixing missing yarnovers, pulled stitches, and missing increases or decreases. You are welcome to bring your own mistakes to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
Learn how to address common mistakes and how to ?read? your knitting. You will learn how to fix knit and purl stitches, twisted stitches, ripping versus fixing, fixing dropped cast on stitches, fixing ssk and k2tog stitches, how to count rows, life lines, fixing missing yarnovers, pulled stitches, and missing increases or decreases. You are welcome to bring your own mistakes to class.
Cost: $ 60.00
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Building Blocks (Advanced Beginner)
Back by popular demand! Improve your knitting skills one square at a time. This class will help you navigate through major knitting skills and techniques one at a time, each skill building upon the other. Advance registration is required.
Project Coach Sessions Knitting Only
There are life coaches, birth coaches, football coaches...Now how about a project coach? Does your current project make you want to say " &#%!@"? Could you use some guidance? Join us for our new Project Coach Sessions where you can bring your project, join others and work along with the assistance of one of our knowledgeable "coaches". Have questions about techniques like short rows or pattern instructions? Don't be afraid to ask...you never know when someone else may also benefit from your question. As always, we are happy to help you for quick questions during regular business hours, but as the holidays approach and the shop gets busier, these sessions will allow us to give you more quality time to help you avoid frustration and be successful!
Black Sheep After Hours
Join us from 6pm-8pm on these fun Tuesday evenings throughout the month. $15 non-refundable deposit which will be applied for store credit when you come. Bring in any projects you want to share, current, or finished. BYOB and snacks.
